Bing Crosby is an American singing legend who dominated show business for years. He was a leader in record sales, radio ratings, and motion picture grosses while making over 70 films.

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Bing recorded many songs, some of which had been lost for years. The radio anthology recordings contain nearly 200 previously unreleased masterpieces from Bing.

It turns out that Bing had recorded an incredible rendition of ‘Unchained Melody’ in the 1950s. The emotional vocal performance captures Bing as we’ve never heard him before.

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There are moments when his voice swells with intense power as he sings the classic tune. The music comes from the ‘Bing Crosby CBS Radio Recordings (1954-56).’

‘Unchained Melody’ first appeared in the 1950s as a pop song, and it was covered by many other singers through the years. Bandleader Les Baxter released a choral version that reached number 1 on the U.S. charts.

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Al Hibbler also delivered a vocal version that reached number 3 on the Billboard charts. Jimmy Young’s performance stayed at number 1 on the British charts for 3 weeks. The best-known version was recorded by ‘The Righteous Brothers’ in 1965.

The shocking uncovered version by Bing Crosby showcases his talent like never before. Bing’s vocals on this previously unheard recording are an excellent addition to the singers who have performed this timeless melody.